PERU Textiles with Valerie Kirk 15 DAY ESCORTED TOUR
“The skill of Peruvian weavers has confronted experts for centuries. Join Valerie Kirk and experience the textiles of the people of Peru” Recognised as a unique and spectacular region for ancient ruins, beautiful mountains, former civilisations and hospitable people, Peru is also justifiably known for its textiles. Ancient examples are so complicated modern experts can’t replicate them. Today, weavers follow traditional skills and impress anyone with an interest in textiles and other crafts. With all of our trips, we visit UNESCO sites, participate in a number of private workshops, and over dinner at Peru’s interesting restaurants Valerie and Guests find a perfect venue for discussion on what was experienced during your wonderful day.
DATES: 15 days, from 01 to 15 July 2017 PRICE: $7831 pp twin share Lima to Lima
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HIGHLIGHTS
Visit Lima’s excellent museums.
Enjoy wonderful hotels oozing contemporary and colonial charm.
Explore Machu Picchu and other spectacular sites.
Engage with local weavers at a set of private workshops.
Spend time exploring Arequipa and Cusco colonial towns.
Enjoy a scenic train trip through the Andes.
Meet the weavers at Lake Titicaca.
See private textile collections.
PERU: Peru is one of our newest destinations with the oldest textile background. Ancient cloths showing intricate patterns and fine skill have been discovered in age-old tombs in the north. Today, mountain villagers and towns people weave, embroider, dye and stitch as they have for centuries. Our program aims to show our guests all aspects of this vibrant past and present fabric tradition. Today’s textile production in Peru is centred on the valleys of the Andes in the south and central regions which is where we travel to.
Your Tour Host
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Our Guest Lecturer is Ms Valerie Kirk, Tapestry Weaver and Head of Textiles at the ANU School of Art and has over 20 years of accompanying our textile focussed tours. Valerie’s medium is woven tapestry and is collected in Australia and overseas. She has completed massive outstanding commissions including NSW Government House. Valerie is recognised internationally for her work as an educator and is devoted to fostering an appreciation and understanding of textiles through her knowledge and via direct contact with practitioners. Valerie is a wealth of information and accomplished tour manager, meaning you will be in capable and informed hands.
Lima is our entry point where we examine a superb collection of stunning textiles before moving to the ‘white city’ of Arequipa, a delightful town resplendent in Spanish colonial architecture. We then travel to Puno and one more highlight - Lake Titicaca where all manner of llama and alpaca colourful products are made. Cusco with its centuries of history is our next stop. Here we explore the Spanish legacy before travelling to the Sacred Valley where a local Master Weaver provides an excellent demonstration. Machu Picchu, being so close can not be avoided and a visit is a ‘must’. At a nearby textile centre we learn more about local techniques. All the way we enjoy boutique and charming accommodation, delve into markets, shops and galleries as well as meet weavers, potters, artists and jewellers as we weave our way through Peru. Join Valerie on another excellent journey!
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15 DAYS: 01 – 15 July 2017: Day 01: Sat, 01 Jul 2017: Lima Arrive Lima for a group transfer to our hotel for two nights. Time to rest from your journey. (NM). Day 02: Sun, 02 Jul 2017: Lima AM: Visit the icons of Lima. PM: Delve into the history and basis of textiles and other crafts and skills from ancient Peru to more modern times. This evening Valerie will host a dinner for our group. (B,D). Day 03 & 04: Mon 03 & Tue 04 Jul 2017: Lima to Arequipa After breakfast we fly to Arequipa for two nights. In this time we explore the local history and receive an introduction to Peruvian traditional textile production. (B+ 1 x L). Day 05: Wed, 05 July 2017: Arequipa to Colca A great day crossing the high altiplano and a number of volcanoes. Arrive Chivay an important Inca town, embroidered skirts and condors. (B,D) Day 06 & 07: Thu 06 & Fri 07 Jul 2017: Lake Titicaca These two days are devoted to learning about the reed island dwellers – their history from Inca to Spanish resistance. We see how they survive and of course enjoy the colourful textiles woven from llama and alpaca wool. (B, +L x 1,D x 1) Day 08: Sat, 08 Jul 2017: Puno to Cusco Today we cross the Peruvian antiplano where herds of llama, alpaca and the rare vicuna are seen. We visit a ‘Pukara’ Bull centre en route. (B,L,D). Day 09: Sun, 09 Jul 2017: Cusco Cusco is a delightful colonial town and easy to be distracted by the streetscapes, small shops, bustle of markets and of course the crafts and textiles. While in Cusco we meet personalities, visit ancient and spectacular ruins, inspect Spanish glories and absorb the ‘feel’ of this pleasant town. (B,D).
Day 10: Mon, 10 Jul 2017: Sacred Valley We move to the Sacred Valley via some of the best examples of Cusco Colonial art where work by Indian painters is superb. Later our Master Weaver demonstrates vertical weaving. A highlight of our program (just one of many) is our workshop with weavers, members of a local Traditional Textiles centre dedicated to preserving ancient textile designs. (B,L,D) Day 11 & 12: Tue 11 & Wed 12 Jul 2017: Sacred Valley We see and learn about fascinating Incan activities such as 1001 uses for rock salt which the local people have been refining for centuries, an Incan research centre, along with exquisite ruins. (B,+Lx1). Day 13: Thu, 13 Jul 2017: Machu Picchu Following a great train trip we spend several hours taking in this fabulous archaeological site. In the afternoon we return to Cusco by train. (B,D). Day 14: Fri, 14 Jul 2017: Cusco Free day for private exploring, or shopping. Tonight Valerie hosts a farewell ‘show and tell’ dinner. (B,D). Day 15: Sat, 15 Jul 2017: Depart Transfer for your flight to Lima. At Lima collect your luggage and check in for your homeward flight. Our trip ends today with a transfer to Cusco airport. (B,L)
STAY LONGER IN PERU: ASK ABOUT OUR OPTIONS. AMAZON JUNGLE: Two, or three nights with fully inclusive stay. From Cusco returning to Lima. AYACUCHO: Three nights in this recently ‘opened’ Spanish small town tucked away in the foothills of the Andes. Local textile producing villages. Lima to Lima PARACAS: Two or three nights. Peru’s only coastal National Reserve. Great views and accommodation. Lima to Lima Contact us so we design the best for you.
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WHAT TO EXPECT Our regular guests already know we add ‘extra’ to ‘ordinary’ and come up with comprehensive, enjoyable and excellent value travel programs well focussed on our theme. A recent comment: ‘I truly appreciate the efforts you went to‘, was pleasantly received and sums up satisfaction expressed by past guests. Accommodation is a combination of western style hotels and colonial restorations with central courtyards, local furnishings and generous staff. All have modern western facilities but with local charm. The weather during our travel time is almost perfect with sunny days, generally dry, pleasant days in the mountains with cool nights. However, mountain weather can change so some cold nights may prevail. Our trip involves walking. To enjoy this trip we advise you have a good level of fitness as some days we walk on steep paths. Comprehensive trip notes are sent to each guest to assist in careful preparation for yet another great journey. We look forward to having you join Valerie.
DON’T MISS OUT – BOOK NOW! M: 0417 269 540 (Robert), or M: 0409 323 566 (Christine). E: questions@intent.id.au W: www.intent.id.au 4 Harding Street, Watson, ACT 2602, Australia ACN: 606 421 701.
$7831 $1418 per person twin share
single supplement
Lima-Arequipa and Cusco-Lima flights are not included due to vagaries in fares and availability of flights. Allow USD287 approx.
TOUR INCLUSIONS
All accommodation in hotels on a twin share basis. Single rooms available. Peru is the leader in modern South American fusion dishes. We include a total of 28 meals. Sightseeing, transport, entrance fees to attractions listed (Internal flights not included) Luggage transfer between accommodations. Group airport transfers. Workshops, demonstrations and visits. Services of Valerie Kirk as Tour Manager. And, Christine Pearson as your Concierge.
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